Presenting the 2018 SXSW Comedy Poster Designed by Timothy Pittides

SXSW Comedy is excited to release this year’s official festival poster by artist Timothy Pittides, known for his popular Vices series. On his inspiration for this meticulously hand-stippled design, Pittides had this to say:

“When a client has a vision, my job is to make that vision a reality. When I was asked to create the poster for this year’s SXSW Comedy Festival, they had a specific idea in mind that I couldn’t have been more excited about. They wanted a poster with the vibe and tone of vintage magic posters from the early 1920s and 30s; subject matter that is right in my wheelhouse.”

“I wanted to do something unique with the material rather than just produce a carbon copy or create something many other artists have done in the past. I wanted something dark, mysterious and at the same time, light and whimsical. It was a difficult task, but satisfying and fun. I believe I was able to hit the mark and hopefully you all will enjoy it as much as I did creating it!”

100 hand-numbered prints of the 18”x24” poster will be available at the Austin Convention Center starting March 9. Each of the following performers from the 2018 SXSW Comedy lineup are featured on the poster and will receive an exclusive variant print with metallic inks.

Timothy Pittides is a freelance illustrator based in Universal City, TX. He has created artwork for major film and book properties as well as world famous musicians and performance artists.

Don’t miss this year’s SXSW Comedy Festival packed with rising stars and established names – register to attend today. The SXSW Comedy Festival is open to all SXSW Badges, Music Festival and Film Festival Wristbands. Browse the 2018 lineup and more details available at sxsw.com/comedy/2018.